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WATCH: Jets’ Robert Saleh locker room speech post-Titans win

Jets’ Robert Saleh locker room speech post-Titans win

Robert Saleh shouted out everyone and individuals following his team’s first win of the 2024 NFL season.

The Jets York Jets (1-1) picked up their first victory of the year in Week 2 against the Tennessee Titans (0-2) in a 24-17 final.

Saleh called it a “great” team win, but he had to note a few specific players when he broke down the win in the locker room after the final whistle. Naturally, those two were pass rusher Will McDonald IV and running back Braelon Allen.

Saleh’s full team address can be found in the clip below:

Jets’ Robert Saleh updates injuries for Michael Carter II, CJ Mosley, DJ Reed

Jets’ Robert Saleh updates injuries for Michael Carter II, CJ Mosley, DJ Reed

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh provided both good and injury news on Monday. Following his team’s 24-17 Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans, Saleh noted three names.

At the top, linebacker Jermaine Johnson (Achilles) has indeed sustained a season-ending injury. But the player gave us that news, not the coach.

Ahead of facing the New England Patriots (1-1) in Week 3’s “Thursday Night Football” matchup, we now have more context on the statuses of cornerback Michael Carter II, linebacker CJ Mosley and cornerback DJ Reed thanks to Saleh.

On the negative side of the ledger, the ankle injury Carter has is not going anywhere. The coach did say the Jets are “hopeful” Carter can play against the Pats but added his ankle is going to be a problem for the foreseeable future. Carter featured in a limited role against the Titans.

Relating to Mosley and Reed, they did not fare as well in Tennessee. Reed (knee) did not play. Mosley started but left the game and did not return because of a toe injury.

Saleh kept his cards close to his chest on that pair. All he said was, once again, “hopeful.”

Regarding Saleh’s more interesting update on Carter’s outlook, see the attached clip below:

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Robert Saleh, Jermaine Johnson provide injury update for Jets defender

Robert Saleh, Jermaine Johnson provide injury update for #Jets defender:

Jermaine Johnson was positive, but the news was not.

During the New York Jets’ 24-17 win over the Tennessee Titans in Week 2, the former first-round pick was carted off the field. Never a good sign.

The update from Robert Saleh was more of the same. The head coach was asked what was feared: Did Johnson tear his Achilles?

“It’s unfortunately looking like that,” the head coach said via video conference. “It’s not looking good.”

Saleh went on to note that the team would update the injury in the coming days following further examination.

While Saleh sounded pretty confident about the issue, Johnson was being positive and hoping for the best in the Jets (1-1) locker room following the win over the Titans (0-2).

“I’m hoping for the best. We’ve still got to clarify to be sure,” Johnson said. “It wasn’t fun.”

An emotional but upbeat Johnson can be found in the Sportsnet New York clip below:

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Braelon Allen should get more carries in week 2: Jets vs. Titans

New York Jets rookie running back Braelon Allen barely got a chance to make a difference in week 1. Can he help his team vs. Titans?

The New York Jets rushing attack was very unimpressive in week 1 and rookie running back Braelon Allen didn’t even get a chance to make a difference. Will the Jets allow Allen to be an asset in week 2?

Allen is currently No. 2 on the team depth chart behind Breece Hall. Hall’s acclaim far exceeds the output he produced versus the San Francisco 49ers and fans our anticipating a bounce back game. However, with the Buffalo Bills off to a 2-0 season start, the New York Jets cannot afford another lack luster offensive performance from Hall.

Furthermore, transferring some of Hall’s touches to Allen makes sense for various reasons:

  • To maintain the attrition of quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the Jets need to focus on establishing the run and sustaining offensive drives.
  • Also, by swapping fresh legs in and out of the lineup, Hall will have an opportunity to rest.

The Jets do in fact need Hall in the screen passing game and on those quick outside zone runs. Therefore, the Jets’ should give Allen some carries to help maintain the attrition of the offense.

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3 keys to a Jets victory vs. the Titans in Week 2

3 keys to a #Jets victory vs. the #Titans in Week 2:

The New York Jets will hope to add a win to their record in 2024 in Week 2. The team will visit the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on Sunday.

As usual, it will never be a walk in the park in the NFL. If the Jets (0-1) expect to beat the Titans (0-1), there will be a few key things New York will have to focus on against Tennessee.

It will have to be a full-team effort, make no mistake. But these factors could weigh heavy on whether or not New York leave Tennessee with a win or loss.

Here are three keys to the Jets pulling out a victory against the Titans:

Actually stop the run

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The Jets did not have to face All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1. It didn’t matter as backup Jordan Mason put up more than 140 yards on the ground with a touchdown. New York head coach Robert Saleh vowed the defense will be better, which is a good idea, because it’s a huge key to this game.

Make a bad QB bad

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In the Titans’ opener against the Chicago Bears, running back Tony Pollard looked pretty good. Quarterback Will Levis did not. The Jets need to make the same thing happen defensively, which is easier said than done with how poorly New York’s defense got to the quarterback against the Niners.

Establish the run

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Getting running back Breece Hall on a roll, in itself, is good. However, the real key here is balance. If the Jets offensive line can make some room for Hall to work, that will allow quarterback Aaron Rodgers to do the same–again–something that did not happen last weekend.

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Jets’ Robert Saleh says another playmaker will get involved more on offense

#Jets’ Robert Saleh says another playmaker will get involved more on offense:

The New York Jets could soon have some reinforcements coming to their offense.

In the form of a player already on their roster.

The Jets (0-1) only saw veteran receiver Mike Williams on the field for nine snaps in their season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers. In limited time, he did not get on the stat sheet.

Following a knee injury in 2023, Williams told the New York Post he’s fine with the slow-and-steady approach.

“Just kind of slowly building up. It’s what I expected,” Williams said.

But according to head coach Robert Saleh, that could soon change.

“So yes, long story short, we’re trying to get him on the field more,” Saleh said.

Williams, 29, has had two 1,000-yard seasons in his career while with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Connor McGovern returned to Jets to ‘be part of something special’

What McGovern and Saleh had to say about reunion:

Offensive lineman Connor McGovern is back with the New York Jets.

According to both sides, it just was a reunion that made sense.

McGovern, 31, appeared destined for retirement. Now he’s a member of New York’s practice squad after re-signing with the team following a tryout earlier this week.

McGovern played in New York from 2020 up until last season as the team’s starting center. An MCL and knee injury ended his 2023 season after seven games played.

On Thursday, McGovern told ESPN that despite telling family he was leaning toward retirement… he decided to keep himself in shape this offseason.

The Jets came calling and here we are–But why?

From McGovern’s perspective, he felt optimistic about Gang Green in 2024 like many. With quarterback Aaron Rodgers making his second debut this season, hopes are high, and McGovern did not want to be on the outside looking in.

“If or when this team goes to the playoffs and if I wasn’t helping in some capacity, I’d be pretty disappointed,” he said. “I had to come have another ride with this group and be a part of something special.”

As for the Jets, it made even more sense. Last week, New York put backup center Wes Schweitzer on injured reserve because of a hand injury.

Replacing Schweitzer with a familiar face was the objective, head coach Robert Saleh said.

Saleh’s explanation can be found in the clip below:

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Jets’ Robert Saleh: ‘We’re going to get the defense fixed, it’s not a problem’

#Jets’ Robert Saleh: ‘We’re going to get the defense fixed, it’s not a problem’

It was a big loss on opening day for the New York Jets.

Even so, the panic button is not being pressed. The San Francisco 49ers took the Week 1 “Monday Night Football” matchup in a 32-19 final.

That emotion was being expressed by both players and coaches… and this message was sent out both after the game in the locker room and one day later.

“We’ve got to be better,” cornerback Sauce Gardner told reporters.

“I think a lot of stuff is correctable,” quarterback Aaron Rodgers added. “We’ll bounce back next week.”

But Gardner and Rodgers are not the man at the top. That’s head coach Robert Saleh.

Regardless, New York’s bench boss echoed the same message.

“It’s a 17-game season, we’ve got 16 left,” Saleh said. “I know we’re going to get the defense fixed. It’s not a problem.”

The first test for the Jets (0-1) in that rebound effort is the Tennessee Titans (0-1) on Sunday in Week 2.

For more from Saleh, see the attached Sportsnet New York clip below:

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Quincy Williams & CJ Mosley must cover TE George Kittle in Week 1: Jets vs. 49ers

The New York Jets will rely on LB Quincy Williams and CJ Mosley to slow down San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle in week 1.

The New York Jets will rely on linebackers Quincy Williams and CJ Mosley to slow down San Francisco 49ers tight-end George Kittle in week 1.

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Williams and Mosley will need to work collaboratively to neutralize Kittle on intermediate and underneath pass routes. With the aid of defensive end Jermaine Johnson and a tenacious pass rush, the Jets should have success halting the 49ers pass attack.

At six-foot two-inches and 231-pounds, Mosley has the size needed to be physical with Kittle at the line of scrimmage.  Williams on the other hand, possesses agility and quickness. which can interchangeably agitate 49ers’ running back Christian McCaffrey and wide receiver Debo Samuel out of the backfield.

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On paper, the Jets matchup exceptionally well with the 49ers. When Jets’ defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich will opts for the blitz, it will be interesting to see if 49ers’ quarterback Brock Purdy remains composed and accurate.  The tenacity of the Jets defense may yield some crucial turnovers in this matchup.

Williams and Mosley will be key components if the Jets are to prevail on  Monday Night Football in week 1.

Robert Saleh sounded like he was in denial over Haason Reddick’s Week 1 Jets status amid holdout

Robert Saleh is talking himself into something that isn’t going to happen.

There’s no sense in beating around the bush.

With a healthy Aaron Rodgers back in the fold, Robert Saleh knows his New York Jets have to deliver and win a lot of ball games this year if he wants to stay on as head coach. This frail mindset likely colors Saleh’s clear denial about whether disgruntled pass-rusher Haason Reddick will be available in Monday night’s season opener against the San Francisco 49ers.

On Thursday, Saleh noted that Reddick still hasn’t shown up to the Jets facility, as his holdout officially stretches past six weeks. Reddick is seeking a contract extension that New York hasn’t been willing to give out, and thus, he requested a trade earlier this offseason if his demands won’t be met.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news for Saleh, but if a key player literally hasn’t practiced with your team since the spring, and it’s now Thursday of a game week — traditionally, the ramp-down day of an NFL week regular season — AND your team is traveling on the road, then … he’s probably not going to play!

Call it a really good hunch:

I understand Saleh and the Jets are still hoping Reddick eventually wreaks havoc for them on the defensive edge. By no means does his absence now rule him out for the rest of the season if both sides can reach an agreement soon. They should speak openly and optimistically about getting him back in their uniform but do it with a dose of realism.

Let’s not kid ourselves, even if it’s a combination of denial and gamesmanship (PSST, there’s no chance the 49ers have prepared for Reddick to play). Reddick is very likely not playing in the Jets’ opener.

The sooner Saleh and Co. make peace with that, their team will be better off.